The ex-president faces charges of a murderous conspiracy while his US counterpart has surged back to power

Summary

Jair Bolsonaro faces the prospect of a lengthy prison sentence after being indicted for allegedly plotting a coup and conspiring to assassinate political opponents.

Experts believe his conviction is likely, accelerating a succession struggle within Brazil’s right wing.

Bolsonaro, already banned from running until 2030, could face over 40 years in jail if found guilty.

Some speculate he may seek asylum abroad, while Trump’s allies could pressure Brazil’s judiciary.

    • lipilee@feddit.nlEnglish
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      18 hours ago

      America also got this far… just fell short at the sending to jail part.

      • Count Regal InkwellEnglish
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        18 hours ago

        Perhaps, but our laws ban people who are in trouble with the law™️ from running for office at all.

        Bolsonaro literally cannot be president again until he is formally and officially cleared of all charges, which – Yeah, will take a while. Even if he does get away with it (tbh he might. For all my blustering I have very little faith in someone from the ruling caste ever experiencing consequences–), he definitely won’t in time for the next election.